Helmets still a must on bikes
Residents, just so you know, there is still a state law mandating that all people under the age of 15 must wear a helmet when riding bicycles. Unfortunately we would not know this because many in this age group are being seen lately not wearing the protective head gear. Although there is no federal mandate, our state, along with many others, including Pennsylvania, has one in place. Ohio does not have a state law yet, but many areas in Ohio (not in our area) have laws. West Virginia’s helmet law was passed in 1996, which was 12 years ago, and Pennsylvania’s was passed in 1995 for riders under age 12. Fourteen states have no state or local helmet laws at all, and they are Arkansas, Colorado, Idaho, Indiana, Iowa, Minnesota, Mississippi, Nebraska, North Dakota, South Dakota, South Carolina, Utah, Vermont and Wyoming. Laws like this may seem a bit excessive, but they are passed to protect our kids from serious head injuries. Too many youngsters like to ride their bicycles on streets
» Full StoryLowering national speed limit a bad idea
The government doesn’t need to study a new national speed limit and Sen. John Warner, R-Va., should be thanked for his service as he concludes his final term in office.
Warner proposed studying what would be the optimal speed limit for ef
Wall offers chance to honor sacrifice
Residents from around the Tri-State Area will have the opportunity to remember the sacrifices made by members of our armed services this week when the Vietnam Traveling Memorial Wall stops at the Jefferson County Air Park.
The traveling w
Thunder in Valley brings fun to area
Ohio Valley residents can carry over their Fourth of July enthusiasm by taking part in this year’s Thunder in the Valley celebration.
Family and friends can take in the sights and sounds of a small-town American celebration, while honorin
Thunder in the Valley brightens area
Ohio Valley residents can carry over their Fourth of July enthusiasm by taking part in this year’s Thunder in the Valley celebration.
Family and friends can take in the sights and sounds of a small-town American celebration, while honorin
Relay for Life volunteers special
Tri-State Area residents donát disappoint when it comes to volunteering for a local cause or specific need.
On any given weekend, area residents can be found donating their time or hard-earned money to a variety of organizations. Some age
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